MICHIGAN CHEER JUDGES ASSOCIATION -
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS (FALL CONFERENCE)
It is recommended that those who have not officiated or attended training previously, attend a novice class.

Fall Conference November 5th, 2011

NOVICE PANEL CLASS
“Let's get it started.” This class is recommended for those who have never judged before or have judged less than 4 years. This class will go in depth and teach on all aspects of officiating for round 1, 2, and 3. There will be an opportunity to practice judging with video as well as live teams.

VETERAN PANEL CLASS
For those who have “been there, done that” this class will discuss any changes for the upcoming season as well as have an open format discussion to explore issues that beg the question “what's your score?” in this situation. We will break it down with video and live demo teams to really work our observation skills.

NOVICE SAFETY CLASS
This class provides a complete teaching of safety judging for rounds 1, 2 and 3. It goes in depth to teach all the “ins and outs” such as where to stand for the best view whether counting formations or watching those most intricate stunts. We will be using live demo teams to demonstrate a variety of skills and stunts.

VETERAN SAFETY CLASS
Training for this class will discuss any changes for the upcoming season as well as delve into some of the most common penalty issues. Bring any issues that have been “eating away at you” from last season and get another officials perspective in an open format discussion.

Additional Classes Offered :

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Kathy Westdorp, MHSAA Assistant Director, will speak to us on various officiating topics including professionalism, new rules and the upcoming seasons.

STUNT TECHNIQUES
Susan Wood will lead a rousing discussion, along with veteran panel and safety officials, showing the differences in techniques and what deductions should be granted. This will be a fun, informational session not to be missed!

PRECISION DRILL
This class will help us take a look into the minute details with a discussion on what is panel responsibility and what belongs to safety.

JUMPS AND SKILLS
This is an exciting class for all officials, panel or safety! There will be a live demonstration of specific skills with an MHSAA official present to guide you in scoring. All officials will benefit from this detailed training!